For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,425 students in 15222, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15222, PA are Pittsburgh Capa 6-12, Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School and Urban Pathways K-5 College Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15222 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15222, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15222, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12
(Math: 54% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 9th St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Grades: 6-12
| 826 students
Rank: #22.
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
914 Penn Avenue, Floor 3
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Grades: 6-12
| 308 students
Rank: #33.
Urban Pathways K-5 College Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
925 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 325-4075
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 325-4075
Grades: K-5
| 291 students
15222, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
914 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(877) 644-6338
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(877) 644-6338
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15222, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15222, PA include Pittsburgh Capa 6-12, Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School and Urban Pathways K-5 College Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15222?
3 public elementary schools are located in 15222.
What is the racial composition of students in 15222?
15222 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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